A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, founded by his father and grandfather in 1994, wenton a shopping spree last year. Completed a $2.8 billion acquisition of Royal P&O Nedlloyd in August, followed by a $2.9 billion acquisition of Kerr McGee's North Sea oil and gas interests in November. Investors cheered the deals, sending stock price up nearly 30% on the year. Profit was up 20% during first half of year on soaring oil prices and demand for carriers. Retired as chairman in 2003 but is still senior partner of the Moller-Maersk Group.